How many syllables in “raid”?
syllable in "raid"
Word details
Syllables
1
raid
Letters
4
r · a · i · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “raid”
The word “raid” contains 1 syllable, divided as raid. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raid" have?
"raid" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "raid" into syllables?
"raid" is divided into syllables as: raid.
What is the Scrabble score for "raid"?
The Scrabble score for "raid" is 5 points.
Using “raid” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "raid" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “raid” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “raid”
The letters in “raid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: arid.